CPCS Training (A59) - 360 Degree Excavator/Digger Course above 10 tonnes - Foundation/Novice

Designed for operators of large excavators, this course covers advanced digging techniques, lifting with excavators, safety checks, trench support systems, and working on slopes. It’s a core requirement for most large-scale construction projects.

Who Should Attend: 

Professionals operating large excavators on construction sites.

Course Contents/Aims: 

- Operating the machinery to a minimum standard
- Fitting and operating ancillary equipment
- Siting the machine safely and efficiently
- Carrying out minor adjustments and routine servicing procedures
- Preparing the machine for travelling on the public highway
- The capabilities of each machine, its purpose and limitations
- All safety precautions necessary for the correct operation of the machine
- How diesel engines work and how various parts of the machine operate
- How to interpret the information provided by level pegs, profiles and so on
- What routine adjustments and servicing procedures are necessary, and how to carry them out

Assessment: 

CPCS Technical theory and practical test

Certification:

Upon successful completion, delegates will achieve the CPCS Red Trained Operators Card

Entry Requirements: 

In order to attend, delegates must have completed the CSCS Health, Safety & Environmental Test for Operatives within the past 2 years

Duration:

6 Days